How to Paint and Restore a Roof

The process of painting a roof starts with investigating and repairing all potential causes of roof leaks and stained ceilings. All flashings, valleys, vents, chimneys, air conditioning, solar hot water systems, skylights and broken tiles should be investigated, repaired or replaced if required. This is also a good stage to repair or replace your guttering.

Once all preliminary repairs have been completed, the roof is ready for pressure cleaning to remove all loose and oxidised paint, mould, moss and any other built-up debris. The pressure-cleaning process is crucial to provide a clean surface and enable the paint to adhere. Please note that pressure cleaning may cause minor water ingress, particularly around skylights, vents and other flashings, however there is no other way to clean the roof to the standard achieved by high-pressure washing. Having your roof pressure cleaned by a professional will minimise any water ingress. The gutters should also be cleaned out at this point, and all mess cleaned up around the house.

Once pressure cleaning has been completed, the ridge capping may need to be removed and re-bedded (or if it's in satisfactory condition, it may be repointed). A flexible pointing compound is best for this as it allows for movement in the roof and ridge caps whilst resisting cracking. Once the pointing compound is dry, the roof is given a final clean down and masked up where required.

It is now time to apply the primer coat. The type of primer will depend on the condition of the existing surface and whether it has been previously painted. Once the primer has dried, two colour coats should be applied, leaving sufficient time between each coat (as per the manufacturer’s recommendations). These final coats of paint will bring your roof back to life and make it look amazing! Your restored roof will not only look great, it will also protect your home and valuable assets from the elements for many years to come.

How to Get the Best Results

It can be difficult for the home handyman to know which products to use, how to correctly pressure clean the roof, and how to identify and repair any damage to the roof. This is why we always recommend appointing a professional roof restoration company to paint your roof. A professional roof restorer will be able to select the ideal materials for your home, and can carry out the restoration quickly and expertly for long-lasting, high quality results. When you are choosing a roof restoration company, look for a business has a reputation for quality, together with many years of experience working in your local area.

Kalamunda Roof Restorers has been restoring and painting roofs in Perth for over 45 years. If you live in Perth and want to have your roof freshly painted and restored by our team of experienced professionals, please contact us today for a free quote.